Sligo U16s mean business

Hamilton Park was the venue for the first U16 Connacht league match of the
season, played against a highly rated Corinthians team.  Despite the wet and
windy day, the Sligo side opened the match aggressively, and refused to be
intimidated by their opponents.

A well-earned try early on in the match gave Sligo the upper hand and the
home side copper-fastened their advantage with another try before half-time.
Going into the second half, the visitors were awarded a penalty, but it was
not enough to diminish the menace of the mighty Sligo side.

A converted try by the visitors was not enough to bring them back into the
game, and the Sligo supporters and visitors alike were impressed by the
discipline and strength of the Sligo pack in their 50 metre pick and drive,
which culminated in a third try.  On a day not suited for it, Killian Cox
was exemplary with his tactical kicking, converting the try as well as two
penalties.  Gerard Keaney, back from injury, had an incredible work-rate as
Inside Centre.

The final score-line of 23-10 showed that the Sligo U16s mean business.  The
occasion called for good rugby and the home side rose to the occasion,
giving their Corinthian counterparts food for thought.  Sligo’s discipline
coupled with their determination, means they are a team to watch out for
this season.

Anyone interested in playing for the U16s should contact Dean Weaver on 086
823 8795.

Tries:  McCormack (2), Rooney
Cons:           Cox
Pens:           Cox (2)

Sligo:  E Cawley, J Roberts, J Clark, G Keaney, J Mullins, K Cox, G
O’Hehir,  D McDonagh, D Rooney, B McCormack, D French, S Conlon,
G Schinaia, C McGrath, D Heath

Reps:           S Donnelly, E Doherty, T Lowe, C Bole